The Fresh Market Appoints Dan Portnoy as Chief Merchandising Officer

October 10, 2019 The Fresh Market

The Fresh Market, a leading fresh-focused specialty grocer, has appointed Dan Portnoy as Chief Merchandising Officer, reporting to President and CEO Larry Appel.

Dematic Powers the Future of Commerce with Commercial Launch of Micro-Fulfillment Solution

October 10, 2019 Dematic

The Dematic solution empowers customers with high throughput requirements to maximize space and achieve profitability with e-commerce ordering, ultimately, advancing their omni-channel distribution strategy to give customers what they want when they want it with one-hour fulfillment.

Kroger Made a Multiyear Mistake in How it Delivers its Groceries, Jefferies Says

October 10, 2019 Jasmine Wu, CNBC

Kroger was downgraded by Jefferies to hold from buy due to what it believes was a key mistake: investing in centralized fulfillment centers instead of micro-fulfillment.

Food Shipper Selects UltraShipTMS to Provide Transportation Logistics Management Solution

October 10, 2019 UltraShipTMS

UltraShipTMS proudly announces the latest addition to its portfolio of food shipping customers. A member of the Fresh Food Group, Country Fresh is a leading provider of fresh-cut fruit, apple slices, vegetables and snacking solutions in a variety of blends, sizes, and packaging options.

Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation Announces $ 3M in Annual Giving and National Day of Service for Sprouts Team Members

October 10, 2019 Sprouts Farmers Market

The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation today announced $3 million in donations to nonprofit organizations that specialize in nutrition education and fresh food access. Funds include Neighborhood Grants that support grassroots children’s nutrition education programs, as well as large, multi-year Impact Grants designed to help partners increase organizational capacity and scale programs.